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Definition under an obligation in American English

under an obligation phrase

phrase
1

forced to do something for legal or moral reasons

Example

The court held that the bank was under an obligation to return the deposit.

Example

Our client is under no obligation to accept your offer.

Example

Sellers should be placed under an obligation to provide the goods that are on sale.

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2

feeling grateful toward someone who has done something for you

Example

I just don't want to be under an obligation to anyone.

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Definition under an obligation in American English